Kyocera Dura Max

NETWORK
Technology CDMA / EVDO
2G bands CDMA 800 / 1900
3G bands CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Speed EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced 2011, July. Released 2011, October
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 101.5 x 53.5 x 25.5 mm (4.00 x 2.11 x 1.00 in)
Weight 144 g (5.08 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Flashlight
MIL-STD 810G-grade salt, fog, humidity, transport shock and thermal shock resistant
Water submersible (up to 1m for 30 min)
DISPLAY
Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 2.0 inches, 12.4 cm2 (~22.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~200 ppi density)
External 1″ monochrome display, 96 x 64 pixels
PLATFORM
Chipset Qualcomm QSC6055
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot), 1 GB included
Phonebook Yes, Photocall
Call records Yes
MAIN CAMERA
Single 3.2 MP
Features LED flash
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
No
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
COMMS
WLAN No
Bluetooth 2.0, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0
FEATURES
Sensors
Messaging SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email
Games Yes
Java No
MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player
MP4/H.264/WMV player
Organizer
Voice memo/dial/commands
BATTERY
Type Removable Li-Ion 1360 mAh battery
Talk time Up to 8 h
MISC
Colors Black

The Kyocera DuraMax is a line of rugged flip phones designed for users who need a phone that can withstand harsh conditions. The first Kyocera DuraMax was released in 2011 and the line has continued to evolve over the years. The latest model, the Kyocera DuraMax Pro 2, was released in 2021.

Here’s a summary of the features of the Kyocera DuraMax phones:

Pros:

  • Durability: Kyocera DuraMax phones are known for their durability. They are dustproof, waterproof, and shockproof, making them ideal for use in harsh environments.
  • Long battery life: Kyocera DuraMax phones typically have long battery life, lasting for days on a single charge.
  • Basic functionality: Kyocera DuraMax phones offer basic functionality, such as voice calling, texting, and a camera. Some models also have features like Bluetooth and web browsing.

Cons:

  • Outdated technology: Kyocera DuraMax phones are not known for their cutting-edge technology. They typically have low-resolution displays, slow processors, and limited storage space.
  • Limited functionality: Kyocera DuraMax phones lack many of the features that are common in modern smartphones, such as app stores, high-resolution cameras, and fast internet connectivity.
  • Bulkier design: Due to their rugged construction, Kyocera DuraMax phones tend to be bulkier and heavier than most smartphones.